Individual Learning Plan Sheila Morgan Walden University EDU-66100 Fall 2016-2017 Abstract The purpose of this paper is to evaluate my personal beliefs as an educator based upon the NBPTS core propositions and RWRCOEL Dispositions in Diversity, Technology and Professionalism. Provide examples of how I have demonstrated areas of high performance, and provide steps in which to work towards proficiency in areas I deem deficient or in need of improvement. As an educator the need for continuous self-reflection is essential to growing as a professional.
Assignment 1 Understand types and methods of assessment used in education and training. 1.1 Explain the purposes of types of assessment used in education and training (500 words minimum). There are quite a few types of assessments used in education and training. These include classroom assessments such as group discussions and tests. Self-assessments, journals and continuing professional development.
(2.1) Explain the importance of involving the learner and others in the assessment process? When students are actively involved they can participate in selecting evidence (for example, samples of their work) that best demonstrate the intended learning outcomes. The process of assessment develops students’ understanding of the desired outcomes and success criteria. Making judgments is closely linked to developing the skills of self and peer-assessment.
1.1 The function of assessment is to ensure that learning is taking place. It measures the learner’s skills, knowledge and learning pattern/styles. Its main purpose is to assess and measure a learners understanding of the subjects against the anticipated outcomes set by the criteria. It is also used to measure a learner’s ability to perform skills set against a set standard which can help to identify what skills the learner already has, as well as identifying any gaps in skills to highlight areas that needs more work on.
The first element the author discusses that can me modified is the content or “the information and skills that students need to learn” (Ford, 2018). The second element is the process or “how students make sense of the content being taught” (Ford, 2018). The next element is the product or “how the students demonstrate what they have learned” (Ford, 2018) and the final element is the affect or “the feelings and attitudes that affect students’ learning” (Ford, 2018). All four of these elements can be modified to best meet the diverse needs of the students present in the classroom. When differentiating instruction it is the responsibility of the teacher to identify what the student needs in order to progress with the instruction and curriculum and then make the appropriate changes to the lesson, curriculum, or instruction to meet the needs of the
InTASC standard seven means to me that as a teacher I should develop instruction that is line up with state core curriculum standards. Also, I should create learning experiences appropriate for students to meet each student’s individual learning goals. As well, in order to meet students’ needs and interests, I should use appropriate strategies, accommodations, and resources to plan effective instruction based on my students’ diverse strengths and needs. As a student teacher, I have learned that I should be able to understand the strengths and weaknesses of my students in order to create effective instruction that is relevant to all my students. Also, I understand that instruction could be adjusted as needed to meet the needs and interests of
Lessons need to be relevant to students
Whatever the reasons of students’ learning difficulties are, one thing is sure: the solution proposed by Singleton would only make their struggle harder. In this particular case, failing students and “keeping them at one level until they did in time, one way or another, learn the material,” as suggested by Singleton, could only bring positive effects if it went hand-in-hand with the development of a comprehensive learning support
ANALYSE THE EFFECTIVENESS OF ASSESSMENT METHODS IN RELATION TO MEETING THE INDIVIDUAL NEEDS OF LEARNERS. UNIT 2, 6.2 Race, P. (2009) says “we need a richer mix of high-quality assessment formats, and we also need to decrease the overall burden of assessment for ourselves and for our students. We need to measure less, but measure it better.' Using a variety of assessment methods gives students more scope to demonstrate their knowledge and skills across a range of contexts. By adopting a wider catalogue of assessments I can also help support students who may for one reason or another be underprivileged by the extensive use of particular assessment formats.
Additionally, the tasks need to be constructive and interlinked and provide a challenge to the students while also acting as a motivation factor. The adopting of effective teaching to match the personal strengths of the students ensures that a student’s learning outcome is achieved Holistic assessment should be encouraged to understand what the learner has captured on a learning
Maryam Nazari is 21 years old, from Afghanistan. She is asthmatic, freezing and has no access to her medication. She is waiting for the Slovenian police to direct her to a camp 9 km away, to walk there without any means of transportation. Maryam’s sister has a 6 month old baby, the rest of the family is visibly upset. She unsuccessfully tried to get help from doctors, the police and the Red Cross at the Slovenian border.
This essay explains how to develop learning, teaching and assessment strategies to support the student to achieve a successful outcome. Cassidy & Kreitne (2009) defines learning styles as a range of contested and competing theories that account for variations in a person 's’ education. There are three main learning styles, the visual learners, auditory and kinesthetic learners. Visual learners mainly learn through seeing. They exhibit visual skills that are demonstrated in writing, reading, painting, sketching, manipulating images, fixing, interpreting visual images, have a good sense of direction and also create visual analogies and metaphors.
Pupils do not all learn the same technique or method. That is why it is important to have many methods of teaching in the classroom. In order for a student to understand. Culture and Diversity in Classrooms Today As more students from diverse backgrounds populate 21st century classrooms, learning has shifted towards another direction. Today’s
Lessons are designed according to students learning difficulties. Students’ prior knowledge is assessed through the pre-tests and interviews as assessment tools to inform the content of the lessons. According to Hodge (2010), the key component of an effective lesson is when the teacher understands and knows about the topic. As Variation Theory using learning study is collaborative in its nature, teachers gain more knowledge on the topic as they discuss and meet to share their past experiences about teaching the topic before proceeding to the
It is my goal to make sure students are not just memorizing facts, but are actually understanding. They should be able to take the lesson and apply it to other areas of their lives. I believe students need to be assessed frequently and routinely. The students need accurate and effective feedback, so they can make any necessary adjustments.
